TYRE TIPS & ADVICE FOR MOTORCYCLE Welcome to the ultimate guide to motorcycle tyres!

You may not have heard of motorcycle tyre breakdown because it is a subject that is rarely discussed. Yet it is a significant topic for any kind of tyre, but specifically for racing tyres, especially if you handle and store them. Why is it important? Because if the temperature of the tyres is not respected, it can cause serious damage to them even result in them becoming unsuitable for use. In this article you will find out everything you need to know about the risks and precautions to take regarding motorcycle tyre breakdown.

For reasons of safety and in order to optimise the life expectancy of any tyre it is essential to ensure that it is correctly inflated at all times.  Running with correctly inflated tyres in accordance with the tyre manufacturer's recommendations also makes a significant contribution to straight-line and cornering handling, including under braking and at low speeds.  Running under-inflated tyres can lead to premature wear and irreversible damage, and greatly increases the risk of tyre creep or the possibility of unseating the tyre, even when using rim locks. To find out everything you need to know about tyre pressure for on road, off road and on track motorbike, read our guide. Contents of the article: General motorcycle tyre pressure recommendations Off road motorcycle tyre pressure On track motorcycle tyre pressure

A motorcycle helmet is a mandatory accessory. For every ride you take, your head (and that of any passengers) must be protected by a helmet capable of absorbing shocks in the event of a fall. But how do you know which model to choose if you've never bought one before? Our experts will guide you on the essential criteria to take into account in order to choose the right motorcycle helmet.

The main cause of death among young people, road accidents kill 1.2 million people every year and injure 50 million. Governments, international organisations and companies must increase their efforts to make roads safer for everyone and implement a system of education and training.

Michelin, a member of the European Road Safety Charter, contributes to these objectives by carrying out awareness raising and educational campaigns for road users.

How can you improve your safety on a motorcycle? Our experts will give you the answers in this article.